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What happened on October 16, 1992
ENTERTAINMENT
MOVIE REVIEWS : 'Adults': It's Got Straying Power By Kenneth Turan, TIMES FILM CRITIC
MUSIC REVIEW : Pacific Symphony, St.Clair Open New Season Rousingly By Daniel Cariaga, TIMES MUSIC WRITER
Santa Monica Group to Offer 'Mirabell Jam'
Family Structure
Olmos to Speak at Community Assembly Meeting
Weller's Passion, Craft Combine in 'Jam Extras' : The album's 26 selections include many rarities from the great but short-lived British rock group. By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
NASA's Search for Life in Space
O.C. ART / CATHY CURTIS : Women's Work: Rich, Shocking
Ross Perot
STAGE REVIEW : An Incompatible 'Odd Couple' By Robert Koehler, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
ART REVIEW : Shortsighted 'Visions' : A major presentation at LACMA stumbles while tracking the influence on Modern art of obsessive, visionary pictures made by untutored laymen. By Christopher Knight, TIMES ART CRITIC
MOVIE REVIEWS : A Gritty L.A. Story : The low-budget 'South Central' is an in-your-face look at life and death on gang-torn turf. By Michael Wilmington, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
STAGE REVIEW : A Vision With 'Spunk' : Theater: Jazz-tinged blues is the tie that binds three stories of earthiness, humor and grit from Harlem to the rural South. By Nancy Churnin, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Television By Aleene Macminn, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
MUSIC REVIEW : New Metheny Is Brilliant, Challenging By Dirk Sutro, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Deception' Disputes Panama Invasion By Peter Rainer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
San Diego Spotlight : Would You Care for a Burger With Your Noise?
STAGE REVIEW : 'Six Degrees' Strikes Home : Drama: A brittle staging of John Guare's play at the Doolittle takes aim at mindless 'beautiful' people. By Sylvie Drake, TIMES THEATER CRITIC
Music By Aleene Macminn, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Stage Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Movies By Aleene Macminn, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Stage Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Dance By Aleene Macminn, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Pop/rock By Aleene Macminn, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Movies By Aleene Macminn, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Pop Album Chart : Brooks' 'Chase' Still Winning the Race By Dennis Hunt
MOVIE REVIEW : Ambitious 'Candyman' Serves Large Doses of Repellent Gore By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : Exhilaration, Charm and Grace in Musical-Romance 'Danzon' By Michael Wilmington, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Pop Music Reviews : New York Attitude and Sound From Prong By Steve Hochman
Pop Music Reviews : Ramones' No-Growth Movement at Palladium By Jean Rosenbluth
For the Doobies, a Sad Reunion By Steve Hochman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A New Generation of Filmmaker From Mexico Dances Into the Scene : Movies: With 'Danzon,' director Maria Novaro emerges as a bold, visionary independent. By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
STAGE REVIEW : 'Fire' a Bright Piece of Writing and Acting By Ray Loynd, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Cable Network About the Real World : Television: The fledgling CamNet presents footage shot on 8mm cameras by activists, amateurs and artists. In Southern California, it is seen by about 100,000 viewers. By Steve Weinstein, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
She's Quite a Character Actor : Show: TV and film veteran Kathleen Freeman, appearing tonight at Irvine Barclay Theatre, has a face that's more recognizable than her name. By Rick Vanderknyff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Laguna Art Museum Gets $100,000 Grant By Zan Dubin
U2 to Finish U.S. Tour in Anaheim : Concert: It will be the first rock event in more than five years at the stadium, which is usually booked on weekends by the Angels and Rams. By Mike Boehm, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Price Takes Time From Bakery for Dessert : Jazz: Two nights at Maxwell's will give the Culver City club manager a chance to do what she loves best--sing. By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Scrappy Portrait of Truman at Tiffany By Ray Loynd, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
STAGE REVIEW : Double Dip of Dylan Thomas at Cal Rep By Don Shirley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ART REVIEW : A Birthday Present for a Cultural Catalyst : A Getty show's primary purpose is to join other yearlong events in a celebration of Franklin D. Murphy, one of L.A.'s most respected leaders. By William Wilson, TIMES ART CRITIC
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Few Spanish Ayes for La Masia : The tables are glass-topped, the clientele dressy, and the entrees salty and uninspired. By Michelle Huneven, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
TV REVIEW : David Gergen, Ben Wattenberg Analyze the Political Parties : The two-part show examines the changes washing over the Democrats and Republicans since the '60s. By Robert Koehler, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Boheme' and 'Zombie' Top Finnish Series By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Documenting Rock's Mission to Moscow : 'For Those About to Rock'--featuring AC/DC and Metallica--has never been in theaters or on TV. By Dennis Hunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS
New Clinton Economic Plan Studied : Democrats: Extra tax cuts, spending programs being considered to pull economy out of its slump if Arkansas governor is elected President. By James Risen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Police Chief Named in Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Will Retire : Law enforcement: Newport Beach officials say resignation is not related to employees' allegations that he condoned assistant's behavior. By Nancy Wride and Dan Weikel, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
WORLD IN BRIEF : LIBERIA : Rebel Attack on Monrovia Charged From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : CENTRAL AMERICA : Railroad to Compete With Panama Canal From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Tamil Rebels Kill 134 in Attacks on Sri Lanka Villages From Associated Press
Japan Officer's Coup Suggestion Irks Army Chief Reuters
Akihito's Visit to China Won't Focus on the Past By Sam Jameson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Germany Takes Step on Refugee Problem By Tamara Jones, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Quayle Still Maintaining Focus on Vice Presidential Debate By Paul Richter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
N.Y. Cardinal in Stable Condition After Collapse Reuters
Gore Likens Iraq Issue to Watergate Cover-Up By Sam Fulwood Iii and Douglas Frantz, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Shuttle Mission Faces Delay Over Orbital System From Associated Press
CHESS RESULTS : Spassky Wins, Cuts Fischer Lead to 7-4 By Jack Peters
TO BETTER HEALTH: Orange County has moved a big step... By Jerry Hicks and Bill Billiter and Kristina Lindgren
Newport Police Chief, Aide Accused of Rape : Allegation: Dispatcher says both men assaulted her at a party 11 years ago. Accuser joins sex harassment suit. By Dan Weikel and Nancy Wride, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Firms Must Fully Report Officers' Pay By Robert A. Rosenblatt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS ANALYSIS : Clinton Sails Clearly Ahead in Format's Familiar Waters : Debates: Bush lost another chance to pull an upset while Perot's quips seemed a bit dusty this time. By Robert Shogan, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
Air Force's Spy Satellite Unit Leaving State By Ralph Vartabedian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
In Restrained Second Debate, Candidates Focus on the Issues : Campaign: Audience calls for contenders to stop 'trashing' each other. Bush, Clinton and Perot spell out their sharply differing approaches to solving nation's problems. By Jack Nelson and James Gerstenzang, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Concern Grows Over Girls' More Deadly Role in Gangs : Crime: A fatal shooting shows some are stepping beyond passive status to take part in violence, police say. By Jesse Katz, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ANGLE WARS: It was a struggle, but Irvine city officials... By Bill Billiter and Kristina Lindgren and Jerry Hicks
Riot Study to Say L.A. Lacked Emergency Plan : Inquiry: Draft of Webster report blames structural flaws at City Hall, LAPD command, sources say. By Richard A. Serrano and Rich Connell, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
IRISH AYES: Padraig O'Kennedy of Costa Mesa grew up with... By Bill Billiter and Kristina Lindgren and Jerry Hicks
Special Counsel Call Is Pressed on Ties to Iraq By Ronald J. Ostrow and Douglas Frantz, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Clinton Studies Plan to Cut Tax, Speed Spending By James Risen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LEMONADE BRIGADE: Some 50 UC Irvine alumni, staff and... By Kristina Lindgren and Jerry Hicks and Bill Billiter
COLUMN ONE : L.A. Jews Look Past the Riots : The violence has forced an influential community to reassess its role in a city of rapidly shifting demographics and increasing Balkanization. By Bob Sipchen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. SENATE : Boxer, Feinstein Show Edge in Fund Raising By Glenn F. Bunting, TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. to Study Cost of Services to Immigrants By Eric Lichtblau and Kevin Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Newport Beach Police Chief, Aide Put on Leave Over Rape Allegations : Lawsuit: Dispatcher joins four other plaintiffs. She says both men assaulted her 11 years ago after a party. By Dan Weikel and Nancy Wride, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Genes Not Linked to Life Span, Studies Say : Aging: Once thought to be predetermined, risk of dying levels off and decreases among flies. Scientists expect similar results in humans. By Thomas H. Maugh Ii, TIMES SCIENCE WRITER
Fiscal Year May End in $2-Billion Deficit : Budget: Panel re-evaluates state's spending plan, predicting that its economy will be stagnant through 1994. By Daniel M. Weintraub, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Shake, Rattle and Bend : Redesigned Structure Sustains Minimal Damage in Big Quake, Simulation Shows By John H. Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS : Slow-Growth Incumbent Faces His Toughest Test By Matthew Heller, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
WORLD IN BRIEF : FRANCE : Ex-Premier Escapes AIDS Scandal Trial From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : GERMANY : Government Moves on Refugee Problem From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : SRI LANKA : Tamil Attacks on Villages Kill 134 From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Ross Perot
NASA's Search for Life in Space
Ross Perot
Campaign Research
WORLD IN BRIEF : ANGOLA : Rebel Chief Savimbi Wants Runoff Vote From Times Staff and Wire Reports
'92 POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE : Grass Roots Pushing for Victory 1 Vote at a Time : Campaigns' TV advertising gets more money, attention. But volunteers can make a difference in a close race. By Dave Lesher, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'92 POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE : Gaffes, Bad Breaks Hobbling Yeakel Bid By David Treadwell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
For the 'Destroyed Communities,' a Monument : Israel: Yad Vashem lists 5,000 prewar Jewish settlements in Europe. Holocaust wiped out many.. By Michael Parks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.N. Inspecting Damage to Cairo's Monuments By Kim Murphy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Satellite Photos Dismissed in POW Hunt : Vietnam War: Defense analyst says none of pictures indicate U.S. prisoners were left behind. GOP senators are angered. By Michael Ross, TIMES STAFF WRITER
British Government Assailed as Economic News Worsens By William Tuohy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Official Says Russian Queries Stall Arms Pact By Norman Kempster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Akihito's China Visit Won't Focus on 'Unfortunate' Past By Sam Jameson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mice Bred for High Cholesterol May Help Speed Heart Disease Research From Reuters
Infectious Disease Threat Rising in U.S., Panel Warns : Medicine: It's a competitive relationship between microbes and humans, and medical experts say complacency is tipping the scales. By Marlene Cimons, TIMES STAFF WRITER
3 Deaths Revive Issue of Rail Safety By Lee Romney, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Orange County Voices By Mark Landsbaum and Shelby Grad and Mimi Ko, Interviewed after the debate by Times staff writers Shelby Grad, Mimi Ko and Mark Landsbaum
THE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATES: ROUND TWO : Excerpts: Candidates Sketch Ideas for Economy, Schools, Crime From Associated Press
Trio Hews to the Straight and Narrow : Debate: In contrast to the vice-presidential free-for-all, three candidates for President stay close to the facts. By Ronald Brownstein and John M. Broder, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
THE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATES: ROUND TWO : Donahue-Style Meeting for Would-Be Leaders : Debate: The first-time format has candidates pacing about and gives moderator and audience a disconcerting power. By Douglas Jehl, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATES: ROUND TWO : COMMENTARY : See Bill Run; See George Fidget; See Ross Run On By Patt Morrison, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clinton Accuses Bush of Unfulfilled Promises By David Lauter
Clerks Blamed in Clinton Passport Search : Inquiry: The State Department says notes calling for fast action on journalists' requests were unauthorized. By Doyle Mcmanus, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Gunman Who Failed to Pay Child Support Kills 4 Workers, Himself From Associated Press
Gore Likens Issue of U.S.-Iraq Policy to Watergate Scandal From a Times Staff Writer
Retired NYU Official Charged in $4-Million Theft Associated Press
Boost in Social Security Benefits Not Enough for Some Pensioners From Associated Press
Incoming UC President Warns of Fee Increases : Education: Peltason says costs could go up or enrollment could be limited to cover budget shortfall. By Larry Gordon, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
At Notre Dame, a Last Chance for Glory : Preps: Five sophomores who were members of the 1990 Southern Section 4-A Division championship team want to go out as winners. By Lonnie White, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wrapped in History and Beauty : The colorful and sensuous sari remains the preferred attire of many Indian women. An exhibit of the garments will open at CSUN. By Nancy Kapitanoff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Nancy Kapitanoff writes regularly about art for The Times
Views From the West : The 19th-Century watercolors of Alfred Jacob Miller are on display at the Autry Museum. By Nancy Kapitanoff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Nancy Kapitanoff writes regularly about art for The Times
War Stories : The CSUN cast of 'A Piece of My Heart' learns about Vietnam while portraying the women who served there. By Karen Fricker, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Karen Fricker is a Northridge writer
Life of a Star : Sandy Kanan parlays a doctoral dissertation into a solo show about Yiddish theater and a remarkable actress's 80-year career. By Janice Arkatov, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Janice Arkatov writes regularly about theater for The Times
STAGE REVIEW : A Small Stab at a Common Subject : Peter Parnell's coming-of-age tale, dated in form and style, reaches beyond its capabilities and offers little in the way of dramatic content. By T.H. Mcculloh, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; T.H. McCulloh writes regularly about theater for The Times
Behind The Scenes : Want to see Roseanne's tattoo? Or cheer for the Screaming Eagles? Get in line. By David Wharton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bye-Bye, Broadway : Singer Eliana Estevao of "Oba Oba '93" is returning to nightclubs to spread the word about Latin music. By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Zan Stewart writes regularly about music for The Times
A 'Dream' Album Becomes Reality : Japanese composer Kitaro and singer Jon Anderson of the rock act Yes team up in the studio and on the stage. By Steve Appleford, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Steve Appleford writes regularly for Valley Life
The exclusive Valley music charts are compiled for The...
A Chronicle Of The Passing Scene By Sue Reilly, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
On the Mend : Rattay's Repairs restores crystal and china, from a common chip to a shattered dish. By Geri Cook
Informed Activism : A breast cancer survivor group encourages women to take a role in deciding how to treat the disease. By David Colker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GETAWAYS : Love, American Style : Romantics take a 3-mile voyage with gondoliers and a basket of food through the canals of Naples Island in Long Beach. By R. Daniel Foster, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; R. Daniel Foster is a regular contributor to Valley Life
RESTAURANT REVIEW : A So-So Taste of China : The new Encino Chin Chin offers a few good dishes and waiters who get misty-eyed over the \o7 excellent \f7 noodles with peanut sauce. By Max Jacobson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BOOK REVIEW : Guide to the Cosmos for the Earthbound By John Wilkes, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Leg Work : Women's Hose Give the Bottom Half Top Billing; and Now Men Can Kick Up Their Heels Too By Kathryn Bold, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Nose for TV News Does Not Imply Sense of Style By Ann Conway and Patrick Mott
Portrait of a New Life : Fast-track designer Michaele Vollbracht traded in the glitter of Manhattan for a Floridaswamp. Now his art is back in the limelight. By Bettijane Levine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DRIVING : Hot on the Trail of Tin Can Tourists By Paul Dean
New World Color : Fashion: From $4.50 foundations to $45 custom blends, options are expanding for women of all complexions as cosmetics companies try to woo a growing ethnic market. By Paddy Calistro, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Behind The Scenes : Ranch Dressing Gathers Green for Scholarships By Rose Apodaca
In Others' Words : Books: Quick, who said, 'It's not that I'm afraid to die. I just don't want to be there when it happens'? Just ask Justin Kaplan, compiler of the new Bartlett's Quotations. By Bettijane Levine, --Eleanor Roosevelt and \o7 No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.\f7 and TIMES STAFF WRITER
When Men Are In Doubt, They Can Lose the Tie and Button Up By John Morell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Where to Slip Into Something More Affordable By Valerie Orleans, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Definitive : On Pins and Needles By Maria D. Laso, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Making Eyes By Researched By Janice L. Jones / Los Angeles Times
Sampling of Stores Offering Value and Distinction By John Morell
Designers Pay the Price for Buyer Backlash By Mary Rourke, TIMES FASHION EDITOR
Designers Wrap Kids in Window Dressing By William Kissell
Rally Plugs In to the Future of Electric Cars By Connie Koenenn
A Walk on the Sedate Side By Rose-marie Turk, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PARIS : Hippie Flashbacks Take Center Stage By Mary Rourke, TIMES FASHION EDITOR
Of Donkey Days Gone By : Trends: The days of political chic are just a distant memory. Some say cynicism prevents us from wearing our hearts on our sleeves. By William Kissel
The Word On Whats' Hip And What's Hype By Ann Conway and Rose Apodaca
Fashion Renewal, Italian Style By Betty Goodwin
If the Price Isn't Right, It's Negotiable By Garry Abrams
BUSINESS
Investors Losing Fascination With 'Bellwether' Stocks By Tom Petruno
Ailing Oakland Tribune Sold : Media: William Dean Singleton, who controls a chain of Bay Area dailies, will buy the nation's only major black-owned newspaper from Robert Maynard. By Jonathan Weber, TIMES STAFF WRITER
IBM Posts $2.8-Billion Loss in 3rd Quarter : Earnings: Results were the giant computer firm's worst ever in a single period. Its stock fell 6.4% on the news. By Victor F. Zonana, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GE May Be in Talks on NBC Sale : Entertainment: Ex-Fox Chairman Barry Diller and Paramount are trying again to buy the network, sources say. By John Lippman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Healthy Profits : Gym Chains Don't Sweat Recession as Working Out Becomes a Way of Life By Consella A. Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Defense From Staff and Wire Reports
Retail From Staff and Wire Reports
Energy From Staff and Wire Reports
Pacific Telesis Group, parent company of California's...
Apple Computer Inc., Cupertino, reported a 20% increase in...
Great Western Financial's earnings fell 59% to $31.7...
Genentech Inc. reported a 43% drop in third-quarter profit...
Banking & Finance From Staff and Wire Reports
'92 POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE: How Business Views the Election. By James Bates
Other News From Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Staff and Wire Reports
American Airlines to Lay Off 1,000 Managers : Airlines: The industry leader's move is part of a company plan to cut costs by $300 million. By Jesus Sanchez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Region's Small Banks Hurt Most by Slump, Study By James Bates, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mattel Credits Strong Sales in 20% Quarterly Profit Rise
September Inflation Rises by a Scant 0.2% : Economy: Several other reports point to further stagnation. Average earnings take biggest drop in nearly two years. From Times Wire Services
Teledyne Unit Is Barred From Getting Government Contracts
Hard Times Feed Grocery Coupon Craze By Denise Gellene
SCEcorp President Michael R. Peevey Will Retire March 1 By Bruce Horovitz
Philip Morris, IBM News Lops 20.80 Off Dow \f7 and \o7 Highlights of Thursday's market activity, compiled from Times staff and wire reports:
Grape Growers Win 1st Round in Boycott Appeal By Consella A. Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Commercial Real Estate Compiled by Carol Smith, Special to the Times
Covington Development Retains Financial Adviser By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Firms Ordered to Fully Reveal Executive Pay : Finance: New rules adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission are a significant expansion of shareholder rights. By Robert A. Rosenblatt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Commercial Real Estate Compiled by Carol Smith, Special to the Times
PDA Engineering: The Costa Mesa provider of software...
O.C. Group to Honor Developer: Developer John D. Lusk will...
Commercial Real Estate Compiled by Carol Smith, Special to the Times
Luther Medical Products Inc.: The Tustin manufacturer of...
Commercial Real Estate Compiled by Carol Smith, Special to the Times
Banks Report Bigger Profits Despite Burden of Bad Loans : Earnings: Turnaround by Orange County's community institutions will help them meet stiffer regulations in December. By James S. Granelli, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE : Companies Team Up to Assist Clients That Are Relocating Compiled by Carol Smith, Special to the Times
Eldorado Bancorp Reports Profit Increase for Third Quarter
Chamber Chief Arrives to Chart a Course for O.C. : KENNETH E. MOORE By Cristina Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Local Demand for Industrial Space Up 16% : Real estate: Despite the increase in activity in the third quarter, a recovery in the county commercial market is still a couple of years away, says a Grubb & Ellis research director. By Carol Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
PLATFORM : Government Alone Can't Solve Homelessness \o7 MAXENE JOHNSTON, president of the Weingart Center Assn., which owns and operates a 700-bed homeless services center near downtown Los Angeles, believes the way to help the homeless is through a public-private partnership, in which government takes a subordinate role to the private sector. She told The Times: and \f7
Alone in the Crowd : Man Runs a Bush-Quayle Campaign Office in Black Community By Bob Pool, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Obituaries
F.A. Rockwell; Author, Teacher
Father Held for Leaving Boy in Burning Car By Alicia Di Rado, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PERSPECTIVE ON PATRIOTISM : One Policy for China, One for U.S.? : Bush encouraged Chinese students here to speak against Beijing; were Clinton's anti-war protests any different? By Gangliang Qiao, \f7 and \o7 Gangliang Qiao, a native of Beijing, is a Georgetown University Law Center graduate currently working in Michigan.
A Hard Landing for Legislative Futurists : Politics: Pete Wilson zaps a bipartisan movement that might have pushed state governance into the 21st Century. By Steve Peace, \o7 Assemblyman Steve Peace (D-Rancho San Diego) is chairman of the Assembly's Banking, Finance and Public Indebtedness Committee. \f7
PROP. 163 : Snack Attack
Disney Demands Removal of Sculpture : Infringement: The company says the art, displayed on the patio of a Santa Monica complex, violates its copyright. The work features 34 fiberglass figures of Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck. By Suzanne Muchnic, TIMES ART WRITER
Ex-Restaurateur Is Convicted on Drug Charge : Courts: Reputed mob figure faces up to 40 years in prison. Character reference from actor James Caan fails to sway jury. By Paul Lieberman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Companies Develop Less Polluting Barbecue Briquette By Larry B. Stammer, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
Fantasy 5 Results
WORKING IN L.A. / AMTRAK CONDUCTOR : It's Just the Ticket By Eric Malnic, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Deadbeat Dad to Pay $120,000 in Support By Laurie Becklund, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GLENDALE : Fire Captain's Book to Be Used in Arson Trial
LOS ANGELES : Man Who Killed Daughter Dies From Bullet Wound
BURBANK : New City Facility Will Expand Recycling Fivefold
SAUGUS : Toddler Recovering From Rattlesnake Bite
WILLOWBROOK : Man Accused of Leaving Son, 1, in Burning Car
TOPANGA CANYON : Historic Status Urged for Sylvia Park Clubhouse
LOS ANGELES : Two UCLA Fraternities Suspended During Probe
BURBANK : City Proclaims Itself 'Media Capital of World'
GLENDALE : Group at Halfway Point in Music Program Effort
\o7 A look at noteworthy addresses in the Southland.\f7
Republican Candidate Finds No Easy Pickings By Bill Boyarsky
Grand Jury Files New Corruption Charges Against Nathanson : Indictment: Ex-coastal commissioner is accused of trying to extort money from film producer, three others. By Mark Gladstone and Paul Jacobs, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
No Charges Filed in Slaying at Train Ride By Michael Connelly, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Activists Protest Use of Pig Liver in Transplant By Alicia Di Rado, TIMES STAFF WRITER
First Felon Convicted in Riots Given Nearly 20 Years By Eric Malnic, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Special Screening Has a Special Meaning By Somini Sengupta, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wheelchair Theft Spurs Outpouring of Offers : Charity: Hundreds of people have responded to the plight of the 4-year-old who lost her mobility when her customized equipment was stolen. She has cerebral palsy. By Shawn Hubler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
AQMD Whistle-Blower Dismissed : Termination: Officials deny charges that woman was fired for revealing alleged espionage and for taking part in lawsuit. By Larry B. Stammer, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
United Gangs Council Leaders Announce Plans to Curb Violence at Public Schools By Gebe Martinez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brea Mayor Will Not Withdraw His Guilty Plea : Courts: Ronald E. Isles' decision means he may have to resign, according to state law. The city will have to decide what action it will take. By Matt Lait, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Taping Spurs Legion Action : Dispute: State and district leaders have put Newport's Post 291 on probation and ordered members not to videotape meetings. By Bill Billiter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hearing Echoes of Thomas-Hill Standoff--a Year Later By Dana Parsons
Attacker Sought After Campus Stabbing : Violence: A Fountain Valley High School senior is wounded during an argument that escalated into a fistfight. Four people have been arrested. By Eric Young and David Reyes, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Countywide : Road Work to Close Connector, Ramp
Anaheim : Candidates Zero In on Crime at Forum By Terry Spencer
Countywide : Earthlings Talk of Mars as Refuge By Maresa Archer
Countywide : Fair Celebrates Cultural Diversity
ORANGE : Disciples of Christ Conference Begins By Helaine Olen
FULLERTON : Japanese Women Study U.S. Feminism By Willson Cummer
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Gunman Sought in Wounding of Man By Greg Hernandez
LOS ALAMITOS : Panel Endorses 3 for School Board By Bert Eljera
LAGUNA NIGUEL : Beauty Shop Robber Takes Cash Register By Greg Hernandez
LA PALMA : Drawing Attention to Students' Diversity By Terry Spencer
IRVINE : Suddenly, a Life Full of Obstacles By Tom Mcqueeney
RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA : New School Targets Science, Technology By Anna Cekola
2 Garden Grove Men Feared Held by Thais : Inquiry: Rep. Dornan asks State Department to investigate on behalf of Lao rights group. By Mark Landsbaum, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LOCAL ELECTIONS / SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO COUNCIL : Women Are Expected to Make a Big Impact : Five of eight candidates are females, prompting some observers to call this the year of the woman. By Len Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
San Juan Capistrano City Council
LOCAL ELECTIONS / ANAHEIM MAYOR : Focus Is on Taxes, Special Interests By Terry Spencer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Body of Shooting Victim Dumped on Remote Road in Brea
Principal Accused of Choking Teen
Retired Officers Accuse Umberg of Duping Voters : Politics: Group claims Democratic assemblyman misled electorate into thinking he served in Gulf. He calls it a desperate GOP attempt to discredit him. By George Frank, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Plan for Birtcher Center Advances : Development: Laguna Niguel Planning Commission approves commercial complex despite neighbors' protests. By Bob Elston, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Businessman Gets 4-Year Sentence for Embezzlement
Big Rig Backs Into Train; None Injured
SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS : Agency Plans Open House in New Office By Myron Levin
ELECTIONS / CONGRESSIONAL RACES : Beilenson Leads McClintock in Fund Raising : Campaign: The Democrat has four times as much cash on hand as his Republican rival in the 24th District race. By Jack Cheevers and Alan C. Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
NORTHRIDGE : Victim of Fatal Crash Identified By Julie Tamaki
PALMDALE : Train Kills Man Lying on Tracks By Julio Moran
SANTA CLARITA : Chemical Company Ordered to Close By Jeff Prugh
FOOTHILLS : 'Operation Sparkle' Cleanup Returns By Julie Tamaki
ENCINO : Officials Dedicate Recreation Building By Julie Tamaki
PALMDALE : Hospital to Be Sold; New Center Planned By Blaine Halley
SANTA CLARITA : Groups Sue Over Westridge Project By Jeff Prugh
$6.5-Million Recycling Center Opens in Burbank : Environment: The municipal facility will greatly expand the city's recovery capacity and make it easier for residents to participate. By Jim Herron Zamora, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mother Reacted Quickly to Girl Holding Snake : Saugus: A paramedic says the toddler may have been lucky that she was bitten on the thumb. By Julio Moran and Julie Tamaki, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Panel Agrees to Revise Building Restrictions : Malibou Lake: Homeowners say the proposal to ensure fire safety would be too costly and ineffective. By Amy Pyle, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Youth Group Celebrates Move West : Van Nuys: Nancy Reagan cheers as CityKids sing and 'testify' at drug-rehab center. By Sharon Bernstein, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Korean-, Japanese-Americans Unite Against SBA Loan Measure : Riot aftermath: Merchants attack new law intended to keep businesses from moving out of disaster areas. By Iris Yokoi, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Palimony Trial Concludes With Show-Biz Touch : Courts: The attorney for the Mudd estate presents her 'Top Ten' reasons for rejecting the case. The opposing lawyer decries the tactic. By Carol Watson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Homes to Be Tested for Toxic Gas : Environment: The EPA will check for carcinogenic vinyl chloride in 200 Montebello residences near a landfill. By Maura Dolan, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
Former Restaurateur Guilty on Drug Charge : Courts: Reputed mob figure faces up to 40 years in prison. Character reference from actor James Caan fails to sway jury. By Paul Lieberman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LOS ANGELES : Reward in Rape Cases Increased to $16,000
Keeping the Skies Friendly : To nail down deal, British should agree to help U.S. carriers abroad
It's Not a Fair Fight : Arms embargo on Bosnia makes no sense given such a well-armed Serbia
Conflicting Testimony Marks 1st Day of Sex Trial By Thom Mrozek, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Simi Finds No Police Misconduct at Rally By Phil Sneiderman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Welfare Aid for Single Adults to Be Cut by 10.4% : Social services: New state legislation requires reduced payments to match those made to families under the AFDC program. By Mack Reed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Fired Employee Won't Give Sheraton a Break Until It Gives One to Workers By Tony Perry
ELECTIONS / PORT HUENEME CITY COUNCIL : Crowded Field of Candidates Focuses on RV Resort Plan By Kay Saillant, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
9 Agree to Serve on Advisory Pay Panel : Perks: All are prominent residents. They are expected to meet at least five times before completing their study Dec. 15. By Tina Daunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ex-Reporter Convicted in Wife's Slaying : Justice: Jury says prosecution failed to prove there was premeditation, so it finds John Robert Burrus, 70, guilty of second-degree murder. By Jonathan Gaw, TIMES STAFF WRITER
3 Train Deaths Revive Call for Safer Tracks : Transportation: Relatives of one victim ask for safeguards against further tragedies. Santa Fe Railway expresses regret, but notes victims were trespassing. By Lee Romney, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Building Survives the Big One and Lives to Tell How By John H. Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ELECTIONS / CAMPAIGN SPENDING : Gallegly Leads Perez Ferguson in Fund-Raising Race By Ron Soble and Jack Cheevers, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Weekend Promises Brighter Skies By Caroline Lemke, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bush Impersonator Doesn't Mask Beliefs By Phil Sneiderman
VENTURA : Abandoned, Illegally Parked Cars Towed By Patrick Mccartney and James Maiella Jr.
Defense Industry Experts Learn Harsh Lessons : Business: Executives and engineers find the transition to the civilian economy is a far from easy task. By Chris Kraul, SAN DIEGO COUNTY BUSINESS EDITOR
NATIONAL CITY : Exploding Tire Kills Repairman From Staff and Wire Reports
CARLSBAD : Father, Son Killed in Plane Crash
Oxnard : Trailer Transformed Into Big Ambulance By Michelle Quinn
OCEANSIDE : Welfare Cheater Enters Guilty Pleas From Staff and Wire Reports
County Will Train 1,700 Poll Workers By Joanna M. Miller
Texaco Blast Spotlights Lack of Trauma Centers : Medicine: Injuries from last week's explosion at the oil refinery were relatively light. But officials worry about future accidents. By Deborah Schoch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
City Seeks to Tighten Design Reviews By Caitlin Rother
SANTA PAULA : Cancer Patient to Visit Disney World By Maia Davis
State OKs Port of L.A. Plan for Expansion, Phase by Phase : Commerce: Harbor Department and Corps of Engineers have promised to restore as many acres of wetlands as they dredge. Federal approval and funding of the project have yet to be attained. By Lisa Richardson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Women Create Patchwork of Warmth for the Needy : Volunteerism: Group of 20 meets daily at Hawthorne church to make quilts for the poor. Seamstresses have produced 1,052 in a year. By Lorna Fernandes, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Green Is Unclean in Harbor : Environment: In Avalon, dye tells Harbor Patrol that a boat's septic tank is leaking. Violators banned for a year. By Ronald B. Taylor, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Less-Polluting Barbecue Charcoal Is Developed By Larry B. Stammer, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
Killing in Oceanside
A Tale of Gridlock City : The untimely death of a would-be urban aid act
If you enjoy hunting for buried treasure, walking through...
Obituaries
Down home at the Ragin' Cajun Cafe, three cooks from... By Kirsten Lee Swartz
CAMPAIGN FORUMS : Candidates will make the rounds at gatherings before Election Day. By Martin Miller
Escapee George Indicted on 2nd Firearms Count By Thom Mrozek, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
U.S. Agency Postpones Sale of Monaghan Properties : Foreclosure: Resolution Trust Corp. gives owner time to refinance planned projects in Rancho Palos Verdes. By Ronald B. Taylor, TIMES STAFF WRITER
S.D. Company on U.S.-Supported Technology Team From Associated Press
City Drafting New Law to Quiet Power Plant : Noise: Redondo Beach has failed in two prior attempts to prosecute Southern California Edison for violating city's noise regulations. By Kim Kowsky, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Paying Their Disrespects at Downey Cemetery : Vandalism: Problems include toppled tombstones, remnants of occult rituals. City officials respond by limiting hours. By Gordon Dillow, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SPORTS
Soccer From Staff and Wire Reports
They're Half Bad, but the Coach Has a New Game Plan By Mal Florence
McCarver All Wet--Thanks to Sanders By Larry Stewart
Notebook \o7 Associated Press\f7
Notebook By Helene Elliott
Notebook By Helene Elliott
Notebook By Ross Newhan
Notebook By Helene Elliott
Notebook By Bill Plaschke
Notebook By Ross Newhan
Notebook By Ross Newhan
NOTEBOOK : Atlanta Is Still Bubbly Over Victory By Ross Newhan
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NATION : Officials Blew Call in Air Force-Navy \o7 Associated Press\f7
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : USC : Morton 'Amazed' by Smooth Johnson By Jerry Crowe
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : UCLA : Walker Out; Fien or Barnes to Start By Chris Baker
PACIFIC 10 CONFERENCE FOOTBALL : Respite Means a Restart for Arizona By Dan Hafner
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Hodson Will Start for Injured Millen Associated Press
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Young Defense Is on the Right Road By Tim Kawakami
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Waymer Frustrated by Lack of Action By Lonnie White
Limit America's Cup Teams to Two Boats By Rich Roberts
OLYMPIC LEAGUE : Valley Christian Holds Off Calvary Chapel to Win, 27-14 By Scott Jones
Newport Harbor Recovers, Shuts Out Tustin By Tom Hamilton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Saddleback Uses Basics to Beat University By Mark Spinn
ORANGE LEAGUE FOOTBALL : Diaz Leads Anaheim Victory Over Savanna By Bob Borsum
SOUTH COAST LEAGUE FOOTBALL : Weekes Effective in Mission Viejo Victory By Elliott Teaford, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GARDEN GROVE LEAGUE FOOTBALL : Rancho Alamitos Scores Every Which Way, Belts Bolsa Grande By Fernando Dominguez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ORANGE LEAGUE FOOTBALL : Estes' Interception Seals It for Valencia By Mike Reilley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Prep Notes By Elliott Teaford (Class Of 1980)
Prep Notes By Barbie Ludovise
Prep Notes By Mike Reilley
Prep Notes By Mike Reilley
CENTURY LEAGUE FOOTBALL : Kickoff Return Is Enough for El Modena Victory By Chris Foster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PREP NOTES : Vedder's Mother Feeds Laguna Hills' Streak By Mike Reilley
Prep Roundup
Prep Water Polo Roundup
PREP ROUNDUP : Capistrano Valley Christian Beats Whittier Christian in Volleyball By Lauri Lappin
PREP WATER POLO ROUNDUP : San Clemente Gives No. 1 El Toro a Scare By Lauri Lappin
Knicks Learn Early About Life of Riley : Basketball: Smith, Blackman and others weren't sure what to expect from coach. By Curtis G. Bunn, NEWSDAY
One McManus Tries to Make The Grade for Boston College From Associated Press
Bullets Get an Exemption for King : Basketball: Ruling could clear enough money for them to sign first-round pick Gugliotta. From Times News Services
Serra High Football Team Has This Offense Down to a T : Running game: Although the Cavaliers have used the full-house formation since 1989, they have been particularly effective with it this season. By Alex Murashko, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Raising the Standard : Bowman Quickly Leads Saugus to Respectability and Beyond By Jason H. Reid, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Overlooked Athletes Make Grade at Major College Level : College football: Two former Harvard-Westlake players have earned scholarships after walking on at Cal. By Brian Murphy, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Opportunistic Defense Helps Keep Crescenta Valley Unbeaten By Jeff Fletcher, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Back to Starting--and Starring--Roles : Football: Tony DaCosta and Ivan Wilson sat out the 1991 season, but they have returned to become prominent players for El Camino this season. By Irene Garcia, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rialto Makes Winless Burroughs Its First Victim By Kennedy Cosgrove
RECRUITING : Shooting May Not Tarnish the Trojans By Jeff Fellenzer
SPORTSCOPE : Loyola Plays Host to 2 League Opponents
Newbury Oaks to Attend Series as Victory Reward
Grass Fields Get the Nod, Naturally
Charleses' Brotherly Love Put on Hold for an Evening By Jason H. Reid
Fillmore's Aparicio Shatters Course Record
COLLEGE DIVISION NOTEBOOK : Soccer Is Fun Again for Dimassis By Martin Beck
Parks Advances to Semifinals of U.S. Open Wheelchair Tennis
No More Guilt : Uncomfortable as a Front-Office Spectator, Flores Has Put Himself Back in the Line of Fire as Coach of Seahawks By Steve Springer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Surprise Endings Are Always Best By Mike Downey
Williams: Band Loss, USC Gain : Trojans: Linebacker gave up the saxophone for football in high school. He leads the team in tackles. By Jerry Crowe, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WORLD SERIES / TORONTO BLUE JAYS vs. ATLANTA BRAVES : Smith Bears All the Blame : Braves: Outfielder wants a championship to replace the memory of his '91 baserunning gaffe against the Twins. By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Names in the News From Staff and Wire Reports
The Game Is Worth Even More : College football: At 29, Stan Vetock has left behind a six-figure income to deliver pizzas and play for Auburn. By Mike Digiovanna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Miscellany From Staff and Wire Reports
Miscellany From Staff and Wire Reports
Names in the News From Staff and Wire Reports
The American coach of a Moscow-based professional football... From Staff and Wire Reports
Names in the News From Staff and Wire Reports
Names in the News From Staff and Wire Reports
Healing Process : Derek Jones Recovered From Drive-By Shooting to Play Basketball Again; Now He Tries to Spread Message to Youths By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THOROUGHBRED RACING : There Seems No Limit to Success of Juvenile Favorite Gilded Time By Bill Christine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Texas El Paso Suspends Six Players From Staff and Wire Reports
Magic to Play in Exhibition Tonight Against Trail Blazers By Mark Heisler
SDSU's Faulk Is Getting an Education : Agents Blocking Out Vow to Stay in School By Dave Distel
SDSU's Faulk Is Getting an Education : Aztec Back Learning About Price of Fame By Scott Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Receiver Runs a Long Route Toward Goal : Chargers' Jefferson Is Slow to Emerge but Sure He Will By Dave Mckibben, TIMES STAFF WRITER
AZTEC UPDATE : NOTEBOOK : Six Texas El Paso Players, Including Three Starters, Suspended for Game By Scott Miller
CISL Owners Discuss Expansion By John Geis
CHARGER UPDATE : NOTEBOOK : Ex-Charger Banks Is a Force in the Indianapolis Defense By T.J. Simers
This Weekend's High School Football Games
HIGH SCHOOLS : El Capitan Goes by the Books By Jim Lindgren
THE BIG GAME / VISTA-MT. CARMEL : Haines Ready to Join Elite : Football: Vista coach tries for 309th victory against formidable foe. By Martin Henderson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Gulls Continue Fast Start, Top Ft. Wayne : Hockey: Four different players score in a 4-2 victory, the Gulls' third in a row. By John Geis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Civic Effort Helps Barrios Race Run Circles Around Others By John Geis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ragin' Gaijin : Formerly Anonymous and Fading, Jack Howell Breathes Life Into His Career With a Successful Season in Japan By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wheels Have Kept Them in the Game By Mike Penner
Irish Eyes Are Smiling on O'Brien : Prep football: Santa Margarita quarterback's uncle rescued Notre Dame in 1966. Now, nephew is trying to make his own mark. By Chris Foster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Halvaks Named Big West Assistant Commissioner
Ineligible Garritsons Can't Run Away From Controversy By Barbie Ludovise
Names in the News From Staff and Wire Reports
Gannon's Passes Keep Vikings Up and Lions Down : Pro football: Minnesota off to best start since 1976 with 31-14 victory over Detroit. From Associated Press
TENNIS ROUNDUP : Holm Upsets No. 3 Becker in Third Round at Tokyo From Associated Press
GOLF ROUNDUP : Janzen Off Fast With 62 From Associated Press
NHL ROUNDUP : Oilers Finally Get Their First Victory From Associated Press
Southern Miss Gets By Tulane in Fourth, 17-7 From Associated Press
Kings Make Most of Line Switch, 4-0 : Hockey: Kurri joins Robitaille and Hiller to fuel offense. Hrudey stops 36 shots in shutout over Calgary. By Lisa Dillman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Soccer From Staff and Wire Reports
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